Troy Bike Rescue benefit art auction May 28

TIMES UNION / LUANNE M. FERRIS--Andrew Lynn, cq., of Troy Bike Rescue, on Monday, Jan. 19, 2008, in the recycling shop in Troy, NY. The rescue takes in donated and found bikes repairs them and then redonates them to others or offers them to the public for a small donation for the center.

A silent art auction to benefit the Troy Bike Rescue will be held from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, at the Sanctuary for Independent Media, 3361 Sixth Avenue in Troy.

The rescue is an all-volunteer collective that facilitates bicycle recycling and maintenance education, and promotes cycling as a means of transportation. In addition to the silent auction (which features work by more than 30 artists), the benefit will feature fun activities including a bike rodeo, dinner, drinks, music and raffle prizes.